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This app is a window into data that you and your friends own, focused on gifts and collaboration.
What is the idea here?
We are building networks of people who want to grow a giving society. First of all, you can see what people have given, and also recognize gifts you've seen, in a way that leaves a permanent record -- one that came from you, and the recipient can prove it was for them. This is personally gratifying, but it extends to broader work: volunteers get confirmation of activity, and selectively show off their contributions and network.
You highlight giving and also offer help to ideas -- which could be conditional on others' willingness to help, too. You can record your own ideas and invite others to collaborate.
This app uses the power of cryptography to build a reputation, recording activity that you can share at your discretion. You put some activity public, but these services don't share your ID with others without explicit consent. This is in contrast to Meta and Google, who hold your data and allow you use it while they manage sharing... those services are useful but they have the control, whereas this app gives you the control.
How do I get started?
You need someone to register you, like the person who told you
about this app, on the Contacts
Note that there are rate limits to how many others you can register, so it may take some time to register everyone you want. Take your time... make it an opportunity to get to know their projects, and show your own.
I had an identifier, but I reinstalled and I got a new one automatically. How do I restore my old one?
Go
How do I add someone else?
Click here to show an alert with the steps.
To start scanning, go
If they are not nearby to scan QR codes, tell them to copy their ID from
their Identity
How do I backup all my data?
There are three sets of data to backup: the identifier secrets; the non-public textual data that isn't quite a secret such as settings and contacts; the non-public image for yourself; and the data that you have sent to the public.
How do I backup my identifier (secret) data?
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Go to Your Identity
page. - Click on "Backup Identifier Seed" and follow the instructions.
- If you have other identifiers, switch to each one and repeat those steps.
How do I backup my non-secret, non-public text data?
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Go to Your Identity
page. - Click on "Download Settings...". That will save a file to your downloads folder. That is your backup, so put it someplace where you won't lose it.
How do I backup my non-secret, non-public image?
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Go to Your Identity
page, tap on your image, and save it.
How do I backup my public data?
- This requires use of the API, so investigate the endpoints here (particularly the "claim" endpoints).
How do I restore my data?
There are two steps to restore your data: the identity secrets, then the other data such as settings, contacts, etc.
How do I restore my identifier (secret) data?
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Go to the import page and enter the seed phrase you backed up.
How do I restore my other (non-identifier-secret) data?
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Go to Your Identity
page, click Advanced, and follow the instructions for the Contacts & Settings Database "Import".
How do I create another identity?
Before doing this, note that it is an advanced feature that affects
functionality (eg. the words "Alt ID" next to results, backup features)
so beware. You can
How do I erase my data?
Before doing this, you may want to back up your data with the instructions above.
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Mobile
- Chrome: Settings -> Privacy and Security -> Clear Browsing Data
- DuckDuckGo: long hold -> Clear Data (takes effect immediately)
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Desktop
- Chrome: Clear at "chrome://settings/content/all" and also clear under dev tools Application
- Firefox: Navigate to "about:preferences", Manage Data, find timesafari.app and select, hit Remove Selected, then Save Changes
- Safari: Settings -> Privacy -> Manage Website Data, search for timesafari.app and select, hit Remove Selected, then Done.
To erase your data from our servers, contact us (below).
How do I get higher limits?
Let's talk. Contact us (below).
How do I access even more functionality?
There is an "Advanced" section at the bottom of the Account
There is a even more functionality in a mobile app (and more documentation) at EndorserSearch.com
I know there is a record from someone, so why can't I see that info?
If you don't see anything associated with a person, this is typically
because they have not given you permission to see their information. Ask
them to add you to their contact list, and ask specifically to make sure
the eye next to your name is open like this
Sometimes the reason you don't see something is because the search results are limited. Go to the bottom and make sure to load all the data on a list. If you still don't see it, try a search or view on a different page.
Where do I get help with notifications?
My app is misbehaving, like showing me a blank screen or failing to show a feed. What can I do?
First, note that clearing the cache will clear all your identity and contact info, so we recommend doing other things first (unless you know you have your backups ready).
- Drag down on the screen to refresh it; do that multiple times, because it sometimes takes multiple tries for the app to refresh to the current version. You can see the version information at the bottom of this page; the best way to determine the current version is to open this page in an incognito browser window and look at the version there.
- Close all tabs that have Time Safari open; it can be difficult to find them all, and you may have to close all your tabs. In addition, it may be running as an installed app, so look for any Time Safari app that may be running outside a browser.
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There may be a problem with your identity. Go to the Identity
page, then "Advanced", and "Switch Identifier" and you may see helpful info there. If it shows a problem, try adding your identifier again. -
It can help to reregister the service worker:
- In Chrome, open a tab to "chrome://serviceworker-internals", find "timesafari.app", and click "Unregister".
- In Firefox, open a tab to "about:serviceworkers", find "timesafari.app", and click "Unregister".
- Search for instructions for other browsers.
- Restart your device.
If you still have problems, you can clear the cache (see "erase my data" above) and even uninstall and reinstall the app -- just be sure to have your backups ready or be prepared to restart with a new identity and recreate your network. Nobody else has access to your identity or contact information because this app is designed to give you full control over your data.
What are the terms & conditions and the privacy policy?
This work is public domain, governed by
CC0 1.0
For notifications, this service stores push token data; that can be revoked at any time
by disabling notifications on the Account
For all other claim data,
the Endorser Service has this Privacy Policy.
Where can I read more?
This is part of the Lives of Giving initiative.
What app version is this?
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For any other questions, including removing all your data from the public ledger:
Contact us at info@TimeSafari.app